Liz Twist

Liz Twist

Labour — Blaydon and Consett

Speaking in the House of Commons on 13 March 2025

Debate

Business of the House

Contribution

In recent weeks, many of my constituents have shared their concern about the Consett Empire reducing its opening hours. The Empire is a real cultural centre of the community that makes arts accessible to local people and provides a hub to help combat loneliness. I continue to speak with officers, staff and trade unions about the Empire, but can we have a debate in Government time on what we can do to ensure that venues like the Consett Empire stay open and thrive?

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